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Measure C: An inflection point in Mountain View's approach to homelessnessThis November, Mountain View voters will be faced with a traffic safety measure that has almost nothing to do with traffic...
Original post made on Oct. 15, 2020Last comment by Isaiah Dolce, on Oct 30, 2020 at 8:04 pm | 24 comments | 16663 Views
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Election Guide 2020We've compiled an election guide so local voters can educate themselves about the candidates and measures on the Nov. 3 ballot. Read...
Original post made on Oct. 13, 2020Last comment by Steven Nelson, on Oct 30, 2020 at 6:34 am | 3 comments | 12069 Views
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NASA scientists discover new sources of water on the moon's surfaceA new study led by NASA scientists has discovered water present on the moon's surface in places previously thought to be...
Original post made on Oct. 27, 2020Last comment by Steven Nelson, on Oct 30, 2020 at 5:13 am | 2 comments | 5739 Views
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To save affordable housing, Mountain View looks to buy aging apartmentsIn an effort to stave off gentrification and preserve the remaining affordable housing in Mountain View, city officials are...
Original post made on Sep. 24, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Oct 29, 2020 at 5:11 pm | 38 comments | 13055 Views
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With local high schools closed, therapists turn to virtual mental health care for studentsMore than 1 in 5 students in the Mountain View-Los Altos High School District rely on mental health counseling available...
Original post made on Aug. 24, 2020Last comment by Cierra, on Oct 29, 2020 at 11:14 am | 4 comments | 8195 Views
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Here's what the state recommends for reopening colleges and universitiesThe California Department of Public Health has released its reopening guidance for higher education institutions, which detail...
Original post made on Aug. 11, 2020Last comment by RalphJStinson, on Oct 28, 2020 at 12:35 am | 2 comments | 5564 Views
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Plans underway to restore iconic Hangar One starting next yearA massive effort by Google to restore one of Mountain View's iconic dirigible hangars is expected to begin next year, aimed...
Original post made on Aug. 20, 2020Last comment by That MV guy, on Oct 27, 2020 at 4:35 pm | 4 comments | 30649 Views
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Museum's reopening exhibition invites visitors into a 'Cabinet of Curiosities'The Museum of American Heritage in Palo Alto reopened to the public recently with its first in-person, indoor exhibition...
Original post made on Oct. 26, 2020Last comment by Chris Lunt, on Oct 26, 2020 at 8:43 am | 1 comment | 3337 Views
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Bay Area's new growth plan eyes massive housing influx in Silicon ValleyMountain View would be required to plan for more than 11,000 new housing units under a proposal by the Association of Bay...
Original post made on Oct. 22, 2020Last comment by Steven Nelson, on Oct 23, 2020 at 11:21 am | 4 comments | 6610 Views
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Meet the 4 candidates for the Foothill-De Anza Community College District board of trusteesFour candidates are in the race for three open seats on the Foothill-De Anza Community College board. Read the full story...
Original post made on Sep. 29, 2020Last comment by JamesSweeney, on Oct 22, 2020 at 12:56 pm | 6 comments | 19524 Views
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Editorial: Our election recommendationsLearn about the Mountain View Voice's recommendations on regional and statewide candidates and measures, in addition to California...
Original post made on Oct. 17, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Oct 19, 2020 at 2:58 pm | 4 comments | 13696 Views
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Santa Clara County restaurants, congregations can resume indoor service as COVID-19 cases dropRestaurants and congregations in Santa Clara County will be able to reopen for indoor service on Wednesday under a revised...
Original post made on Oct. 13, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Oct 16, 2020 at 2:06 pm | 9 comments | 11934 Views
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Mountain View man among three arrested in connection with Menlo Park robberyThree men were arrested in connection with the robbery of two juveniles Monday afternoon at Flood Park in Menlo Park, police...
Original post made on Oct. 14, 2020Last comment by JS, on Oct 14, 2020 at 2:21 pm | 1 comment | 5770 Views
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Election 2020: Nine compete for the Mountain View City CouncilThe city of Mountain View is poised for a leadership shake-up this November, empowering voters to guide the city's major...
Original post made on Oct. 8, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Oct 9, 2020 at 9:26 pm | 13 comments | 24975 Views
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It's mating season for the hairy tarantulas in the Santa Cruz MountainsAlong trails and in fields in the Bay Area, dozens of the arachnids seek out mates in the late afternoon and through the...
Original post made on Oct. 3, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Oct 4, 2020 at 9:25 pm | 6 comments | 10334 Views
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Mountain View awarded $12.4M to build homeless housing by the end of the yearMountain View's ambitious plan to build transitional housing for homeless seniors and families is moving forward, after state...
Original post made on Sep. 25, 2020Last comment by Steven Nelson, on Sep 29, 2020 at 9:36 am | 5 comments | 15611 Views
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Guest opinion: It's your responsibility to vote in the most important election since 1932In a guest opinion, Mountain View residents Ronald and Dorothy Schafer urge people to vote in the Nov. 3 election. Read...
Original post made on Sep. 28, 2020Last comment by , on Sep 28, 2020 at 3:14 pm | 1 comment | 6165 Views
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Santa Clara County opens new safe parking site in Mountain ViewA third safe parking site in Santa Clara County opened in Mountain View, to provide a space where vehicle dwellers can stay...
Original post made on Sep. 22, 2020Last comment by Frank Richards, on Sep 24, 2020 at 5:55 pm | 3 comments | 11843 Views
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As U.S. threatens WeChat ban, local Chinese Americans face loss of tool that's become integral to their livesThe Chinese-owned mobile app WeChat, which has been the main communications lifeblood for local Chinese Americans, could...
Original post made on Sep. 21, 2020Last comment by Steven Goldstein, on Sep 21, 2020 at 5:58 pm | 3 comments | 5540 Views
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Mountain View police seeking man who attacked ex-girlfriend, injured toddlerPolice are looking for a 27-year-old man who allegedly attacked his ex-girlfriend at her home Sunday morning, injuring both...
Original post made on Sep. 21, 2020Last comment by ResidentX, on Sep 21, 2020 at 5:43 pm | 1 comment | 6413 Views
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